How to Pronounce Asphodel

To pronounce "asphodel", say ASPH-od-el — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈæsfədɛl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

asphodel

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈæsfədɛl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “asphodel”

"asphodel" has 3 syllables: asph-od-el. It rhymes with placidyl, if that helps it stick.

What does asphodel mean?

noun

  1. Flowering plants of the family Asphodelaceae, especially Asphodelus ramosus and Asphodelus albus; the flowers of these plants.
  2. The flower said to carpet Hades, and a favorite food of the dead.

Words that rhyme with asphodel

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placidyl

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "asphodel"?▾

"Asphodel" has 3 syllables: asph · od · el.

What is the IPA transcription of "asphodel"?▾

The IPA transcription of "asphodel" is /ˈæsfədɛl/.

What does "asphodel" mean?▾

Asphodel: Flowering plants of the family Asphodelaceae, especially Asphodelus ramosus and Asphodelus albus; the flowers of these plants.

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